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Escape to this charming New Hampshire cottage, set on a serene pond and surrounded by natural beauty. Unwind with water activities like swimming, kayaking or canoeing from the private beach area; enjoy al fresco dining on the deck with gas grill; relax in front of the wood-burning firepit at lakeside.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Beach view

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About this property

Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,

  • Shaws Pond Lakefront Retreat! - Quaint Waterfront Cottage with Deck and Fire Pit!

    The space
    Quaint cottage on a quiet and seclude pond!

    Enjoy your retreat along the shores of Shaws Pond at this beautiful, New Hampshire home. This three-bedroom/two-bath is located within easy reach of area attractions. Swimming, boating, and water recreation can be enjoyed at the pond, as well as a sandy beach area for swimming. Outdoor features include a deck, gas grill, and wood-burning firepit at the lakes edge.

    The bright interior offers an ideal balance of antique charm and 21st century amenities. The two-story layout is a vacationers ideal stay. Separate living and bed rooms come complete with cozy furniture for enjoying comfortable downtime together or indoor fun on those not sunny days. The updated kitchen features a full suite of appliances, including a range/stove and dishwasher. Enjoy full meals at the formal dining table set for six. An abundance of windows offers lake views.

    The 2nd floor primary suite includes a sitting area, window bench, flat screen smart TV, and en suite bathroom. Two bedrooms and a shared, full bathroom can be found on the 1st floor. Enjoy lake views! Window AC available during summer months.

    With it's true New Hampshire small town charm, keep in mind that there is no cell phone service in the area of the home, but the home does have WiFi for your calling and web needs!

    Update: A new dock will be installed by June 25, 2023 and it will be 6' wide and 18' long.

    NHMR LIC #101258
    Guest access
    Enjoy the wasters with our complimentary kayak and 2 life jackets.
    Other things to note
    Grill: We ask our guests to clean the grill after use or before check out as a courtesy to the next guests otherwise, additional $35 fee will be charged for cleaning the grill. Thank you!

    Please make sure to bring your own beach towels as we only provide bath towels.

    Ice: Please note that we do not have an ice maker available on the premises, we kindly request that guests bring their own ice if needed.

    Winter time: Given the harsh and unpredictable New England weather, we do not guarantee that deck will be cleared off during the winter time. We're hoping for your understanding!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,847 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

1. Check-in is at 5 pm. A key code will be sent to you up to 48 hours prior to check-in. 2. Pets not allowed. 3. No smoking in the house. F...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in New Durham, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Wolfeboro Abenaki Ski Area and Ellacoya State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Winnipesaukee and Wentworth State Park. Stand Up Paddleboard NH and Hampshire Pewter Co. are also worth visiting. Visit our New Durham travel guide
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New Durham, NH

What's nearby

  • Gunstock Mountain Resort
    Gunstock Mountain Resort
    36 min drive - 48.2 km
  • This is Squam Lake surrounded by a morning fog in autumn. There are trees surrounding the lake.
    Squam Lake
    52 min drive - 64.0 km
  • Stand Up Paddleboard NH
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook
    39 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Weirs Beach
    43 min drive - 57.4 km

Getting around

  • Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin'
    18 min drive
  • Wolfetrap Grill And Rawbar
    12 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    11 min drive
  • Poor People's Pub
    24 min drive
  • Muddy Road Brewery
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit,?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, located?

Nestled on the beach, this New Durham holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Stand Up Paddleboard NH and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Rust Pond. Lake Winnipesaukee and Brewster Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Pond Retreat: Beach, Kayak, Canoe, Deck, Firepit, Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

We truly enjoyed our stay and hope to be back one day. The deck was a great place to chat and chill!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had a very nice stay: comfortable house, nice areas to sit outside, delightful water for swimming, etc. The owners thought of everything. Terrific location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

We had a great time on Shaw’s Pond! House was perfect for us and our 3 grown kids! Awesome fishing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roomy cottage with a beautiful view

The cottage was very nicely laid out. Kitchen was a good size and the dining area with a view of the lake was perfect for the 6 of us. If we are up there again, I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Truly a lovely property, kayak was a bonus, my teenagers loved fishing. Highly recommend for a quiet getaway in the woods. Everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

maureen w.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
Who has a 5pm check in, with a 70 fee to come any earlier!? And then a 10am checkout time the next day? Seems criminal. Other than having the landlords live next door, and a dismal checkin/checkout times, the property itself is fantastic, a true 10/10. The house has a perfect layout for guests to have their own spaces to play inside (on rainy days) and outside. The pond was great and we appreciated having a canoe and kayak to use!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

elaine s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house on the lake

We had a wonderful time at this house on the lake. We had coffee and cocktails on the dock and watch the beautiful sunsets and sunrise.Did some fishing ! Owners have a house next door and they are very nice . Ate dinner on the back patio. House was clean and well supplied. Could have used another AC unit on first floor ....and a TV on the first floor ...and cleaning supplies. Other than that ....very nice !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kendall N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Cute - but disappointing

Cute house, nice location – but with issues (be sure and read #4). 1. Before arriving we confirmed that the house came with a kayak and life vests. Despite assurances, no such kayak existed. Despite repeated inquiries we have never been informed whether it was stolen, misplaced or just a blatant misrepresentation. 2. If we opened one upstairs window the top pane of glass fell down and would not go back up. 3. The house lacked adequate towels, and minor things such as a table or shower caddy in the downstairs bathroom for shampoo, etc. 4. The first afternoon, we took a shower in the upstairs bathroom and it flooded the downstairs bathroom – water coming through the ceiling and light fixture. There was an inch of water on the floor. Fortunately they sent a plumber 4 hours later to fix the problem, but we were without both bathrooms for half a day while trying to get ready for a pre-wedding dinner. And Stay NH was surprised that we also wanted them to send a cleaning company to mop and clean the downstairs bathroom and replace the sopping wet rugs, because we didn’t want to do it on our vacation. (This is going to need a more permanent solution or the house will have mold, etc.) After numerous inquiries they refunded us a whopping $100 for our difficulties, and took 3 weeks to pay it. Unfortunately, we can’t recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The deck was our favorite! So peaceful sitting out there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Girls weekend trip

Place was cozy, beds were comfortable. Pond was amazing, very quiet Downside, can't check on til 5pm, lame, place had allot of spider webs, in the house. Neighbors are the owners, that was weird, nice people...
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House was great! Located on a very quiet large pond was nice. Fishing was great!

Brought 2 kayaks with us which added to fun on the water. Wolfeboro is very close and many activities to do in the area
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sibling getaway

Beautiful location on the pond. 5 minutes to Wolfeboro center. Very quiet, clean, spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jaye F.

Liked: Check-in, location

Cottage good but charged xtra deceptive fees

Bathroom was dirty also the grill wasn’t really clean. The charge a fee for cleaning. My husband had to clean the grill. Before we left, my husband cleaned the grill again, cleaner than what we got. They charged my credit card $35 extra because they said it was dirty. They probably do that to every renter. Take pictures before and after.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shaws Pond

Great location! House very clean in a peaceful location! Fabulous amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022